East Jefferson Fire Rescue Public Education Our department participates in many public events; both to provide medical aid and to educate the public about fire and health safety. We offer many different types of educational classes ranging from simple fire safety talks for preschoolers to fire extinguisher classes for civic organizations.  Following is a list of some of our events. Jefferson County Expo - April Rhody Run - May Hadlock Days - July Airport Days - June Firework Display at Fort Worden, July 4  Jefferson County Fair - Aug 10, 11, 12th, 2007     For more information call our Public Education Officer, Keppie Keplinger, 344-4609

EJFR's public education booth at the Jefferson County Fair was awarded first place for the most interactive display.  Hundreds of children had the chance to wear turnout gear and run through a firefighter challenge obstacle course.  They learned about fire safety, boating safety and left the booth with a packet of safety information for them and their parents.   .

We offer free friends and family CPR the first Saturday of each month at station 1-6 in Port Townsend.  You can choose to take one or any combination of the classes offered. The times are as follows:  1:00-2:00 p.m. Infant CPR 2:00-3:30 p.m. Adult/Child CPR 3:30-4:30 Pediatric First Aid Sign up in advance by calling 344-4609. Also available from the Public Ed Division: File of Life Lunch with the Firefighters Friends and Family CPR School visits Daycare visits Fire Prevention  Call 344-4609 to schedule an EJFR visit to your school, organization or facility.

Government Day at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Port Townsend.   Local school kids learned about fire safety and the role of East Jefferson Fire Rescue in the community.   For older teenagers,  the firefighters talked about volunteer and career development opportunities open to those turning 18 years of age.  If interested in volunteering or becoming an apprentice return to the sidebar at the top left and click on our "Join our Team" page.